Valencia: Top 8 beaches in and around the city

What is worth knowing about Valencia's beaches?

• Valencia is located on the coast and enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate. You can swim in the sea from May to October. And sometimes from April to November.
• It's impossible to stay indoors. The city is beautiful in any weather. The golden sand beckons to enjoy the sun and the sea and besides we recommend to walk along the ancient streets, admire the architecture, visit the famous City of Arts and Sciences and all the museums, of which there are so many.
• The city is located on the Mediterranean coast. The Balearic Sea washes the shores of the Valencian Society.
• The beaches in the region are so varied that it is not difficult to find your ideal one - secluded coves, or spacious crowded wide unspoiled protected areas, or equipped for activities.
• Valencia boasts blue flag beaches such as Cabanyal, El Saler, La Deves, Garrofera, Malvaros, Recatí-Perellonet, Xeraco.
• They don't forget about our lesser brothers here as well - sea vacation with your pet is available on special pet-friendly beaches.
• Fans of naturalism will appreciate the nudist beaches of Valencia - Platja nudista de Pinedo, Platja de Valencia or Ahuir.
• City beaches are adapted for people with disabilities, there are special areas where they can swim, there are special wheel chairs, built ramps. Everywhere there is a rental of deck chairs and umbrellas, free toilets, showers, first aid stations and children's play areas. Lifeguards are on duty during the season.

Malvarossa Beach

Valencians themselves prefer to relax on Malvarossa beach, which is considered to be the best beach around the city. It is also easily accessible by streetcar or bus.

Once Malvarosa was a favorite place of the wealthy residents of Valencia, and then the rest of the citizens appreciated the beauty of this beach. The length of Malvarosa is about 3 kilometers. The entire coast is covered with fine sand, and the sea water is characterized by purity.

The beach is often chosen for vacation with children - here for them arranged a separate area and a playground. With leisure on Malvaros also everything is good: there is a promenade and numerous stores nearby. And in good restaurants and cafes Malvarossa many go specially. Therefore, the beach will be a good option for those who are looking for not just a picturesque coastline, but also appreciate comfort.

Playa el Soler Beach

Located in the picturesque park of Albufera. The distinctive feature of El Saler is the picturesque combination of dunes and pine grove. That is why the beach is considered not only one of the best, but also the most beautiful in the region. Trees, dunes serve as a natural protection of the beach from the wind, but in the summer months there is a slight wind on the sea, at this time fans of kitesurfing and windsurfing come here. In summer, the beach is not recommended for family vacations because of the strong waves.

Equipped beach is not worse than other places of rest in Valencia, there is a rental of beach equipment, medical assistance, lifeguards work. If you like peace and quiet, pay attention to El Saler, because it is located in the suburbs of Valencia, so not every tourist gets here.

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Sagunto Beach

A little further than Valencia is the coast of Sagunto and the town of the same name. Nearby you can see ancient monuments, visit bars or rent bicycles.

North of the city port begins a number of beaches, marked with the Blue Flag for excellent condition. The coastline in this area is a delight for vacationers with natural beauty. Sagunto's 13 miles of coastline are lined with white and golden sand dunes. It should be noted that on most parts of the coast the bottom is shallow. This is why Valencians often come to Sagunto with children.

Levante Beach

A wide, well-equipped and well-maintained beach in the city limits, stretched along the street with a mass of restaurants for every taste.

This beach collected all kinds of entertainment, so there are a lot of young people here. But also couples are not bored here. Here you will find rental of sun beds and umbrellas, water skis, sand sculptures, many bars and restaurants along the promenade, working day and night, here life is boiling constantly: it will not be quiet!

There is one highlight of this beach: the bottom has an unusual structure with the edges of the slabs coming out near the shore, on top of which sand is poured. The sand sometimes erodes, and then the sunset in the sea may not be very pleasant. Despite this, the beach has a "blue flag", a sign of quality and safety of beaches.

Playa de la Patacona Beach

Playa de la Patacona is the northernmost of the city's beaches and is a natural extension of Malvarrosa. At the same time it is less crowded and gives a sense of space and freedom - its width is 110 meters.

Vacationers are attracted here by the clear water, cozy sandy shore and well-developed infrastructure. On its territory you can rent sun loungers and umbrellas, a surfing school is organized, playgrounds for children and sports grounds for adults.

Alboraya Beach is located near a residential area, where it is convenient to rent an apartment for vacation. Along the beautiful promenade there are bars, restaurants and the mirador patacona viewing platform, as well as bike paths.

Pinedo Beach

The sparsely populated Playa de la Pinedo is far from the center and has a beautiful view of the port of Valencia. It is not wide - 35 m, but long - 2.7 km sandy beach, where locals rest.

The infrastructure is well developed here, there are sports and children's playgrounds, rescue and medical centers. The most popular entertainments are sailing and fishing. At the edge of the beach there are many bars and restaurants where you can try Spanish cuisine. There is also a designated nudist area and a separate area for walking dogs.

Las Arenas Beach

Valencia's wide, well-maintained Las Arenas beach, in the harbor area of El Cabanyal, is a paradise for lovers of sea, sun, activities and gastronomy.

For active vacationers, the area offers water sports such as beach volleyball, tennis, cycling or rollerblading, jogging or simply walking. Numerous cafes offer a variety of Valencian specialties, from tapas to paella.

The beach is equipped with showers and toilets. La Marina de Valencia and the yacht club are nearby, where you can admire modern yachts or rent a boat, catamaran or yacht. In the evening, the bars and restaurants offer a variety of show programs.

Devesa Beach

Devesa Beach is located between the neighborhoods of El Saler and El Perellonet. Its main highlight is its very natural and even wild look. The beach is cordoned off by dunes and usually doesn't have many people.

One of the most interesting things you can do on this beach is to explore the natural trails, walk along the dunes and discover the rich biodiversity of the area, including a great variety of birds and local flora.

La Devesa beach is the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing vacation.